The mastermind behind Sirenga, Leone Shimuketa, and the creator of MN Creations, Mateus Erastus, are showcasing Namibian fashion at the Durban Fashion Fair in South Africa. The designers were chosen as part of a strategic partnership between MTC Windhoek Fashion Week and Durban Fashion Fair. The collaboration aims to foster cross-cultural ties, and strengthen the...
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Restoration Concert on the horizon
The second annual Restoration Concert hosted by Project Never Walk Alone, renowned for its uplifting events, is scheduled to take place on 7 December at the Dr Hage Geingob Stadium. Building on the triumph of its debut event last year, the concert promises to leave a lasting impression on patrons. Fifteen gospel artists are lined...
Lukas: Make-up passion to profession
OSHAKATI- “I couldn’t be happier to share that I have found my passion in life as a make-up artist and hairstylist.” These are the words of Laina Ndapewa-Omagano Lukas (28) whose passion revolves around a skill most women use daily, makeup. “Yes, I love beauty products and the newest beauty trends just as much as...
Uncommon sense – The men’s mental health biggest dilemma
There is no doubt that men’s mental health is of great concern. For too long, men’s mental health seems to have been society’s blind side in devising interventions to overcome some of society’s grave challenges. With that said, first, it will be of greater importance to highlight and recognise progress made to address this issue...
Clive Willemse hits a two-decade mark
A number of artists and music enthusiasts gathered over the weekend to honour gospel singer Clive Willemse as he celebrated two decades in the music industry. Willemse gained recognition in the gospel music scene after releasing ‘Worship in the City’ in collaboration with DB Audio in 2006. To mark the milestone, a concert was held at...
Lollipop swaps football boots for dancing shoes
Charmaine Boois MARIENTAL – Raymond Awaseb, affectionately known as ‘Lollipop’ to the people of Mariental, has been a cornerstone of his community’s musical life for years. The former Namibia Premier League footballer’s journey is a testament to unsung artists’ often-unseen struggles and triumphs, for who influence and recognition are sparse. The 50-year-old artist has...
A’Felende launches on YouTube
Created by longtime friends Sally Jason and Leratho Kanime, ‘A’Felende’ is a gripping drama series that follows the lives of four Namibian women navigating personal and professional challenges in the city of Windhoek. The show stars a local cast, such as Fresh FM Radio presenter Charlene “Chazz” Mubita, TikTok sensation Mucky Haushona, breakout actress Otja Kooper,...
Gazza goes off on Iconic Music Fest organisers
Music lovers were disappointed when local artist Lazarus Shiimi, known as Gazza, failed to hit the stage at the Iconic Music Festival in Windhoek last weekend as was promised by event organisers, Mindscape Events. Gazza was part of the line-up of artists set to perform at the music event where South African artists Kwesta and...
Mega, Meneer Cee clash over remix
A heated clash erupted between Namibian rapper Mega Slaughterhouse and South African amapiano artist Meneer Cee over the remix of the former’s song, ‘Pikkewyne.’ The controversy has sparked strong reactions from Namibian fans, who are rallying behind Slaughterhouse. The conflict was sparked by Mega’s discovery that Meneer Cee had released his (Mega’s) song on his (Meneer’s)...
NSK’s monthly favs: May
Shall we continue what I started about two months ago? So, every month, I have got this thing where I share a personal playlist of Namibian music. This is something I promised to do every month. But as usual, evidently, there is a need to add a bit of a disclaimer: This list that I...